Developing understanding of image formation by lenses through collaborative learning mediated by multimedia computer-assisted learning programs

International Journal of Science Education

Volumn 26, Issue 10, 2004, Pages 1171-1197

  Tao, Ping Kee ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF HONG KONG   (Hong Kong)

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EID: 10244278024     PISSN: 09500693     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1080/0950069032000138879     Document Type: Article

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